Smoother Housing Approvals in Edmonton
We help real estate entrepreneurs, developers, and investors in Edmonton get housing approved faster, easier, and with confidence.
Trusted by 150+ in Edmonton & Beyond
Edmonton's Zoning Bylaw 20001 Isn't Exactly Light Reading
Lucky for you, we’ve read it cover-to-cover, and have nearly committed it to memory.
With decades of experience with Edmonton’s City Hall, we know the zoning policies, approval pathways and how to make them work for your project.
Whether it’s a single-lot redevelopment or a multi-lot land assembly, we cut through the red tape to keep things moving.
Services in Edmonton
Discovery
Discovery
Find your next redevelopment site with ZoneIQ.
Evaluating potential housing site shouldn’t mean juggling ten tabs of city zoning policies and bylaws as you try to make sense of it all. ZoneIQ brings everything together: zoning, land use policies, overlays, and Situate’s own planing insights in one intuitive map and dashboard.
Use it to:
Explore properties and identify redevelopment potential
See zoning, overlays, and land-use policies in context
Compare opportunities quickly and accurately
Strategy
Strategy
Turn potential land into a clear building plan.
Strategy is our superpower. We’ll help you understand what’s possible (and what’s worth pursuing). Through in-depth zoning analysis and feasibility studies, we uncover the highest and best use of your property, density potential, and the smartest ways to achieve it.
We’ll help you with:
Zoning Analysis
Redevelopment & Feasibility Reports
Rezoning Strategy
Due Diligence before an Acquisition
Approvals
Approvals
From concept to approval, managed from start to finish.
When you’re ready to move forward, we take care of every step of the process. Our team coordinates design and development permits, manages rezoning submission, and will take on Council and appeal hearings so your project moves smoothly through City review.
We’ll handle:
Rezoning
Design & Development Permits
Variance Justifications
Subdivision and Development Appeal Board
Great people. Care about our city, but also about providing clients good value for their services. The process required to rezone a site in Edmonton with Situate was well established and followed closely. I really liked receiving the regular updates regarding where the file was with regard to city departments and status. Helped me monitor its progress.
Andrew Harbinson
Homes by Metro
The Situate team led the rezoning process efficiently and effectively. There are numerous strategic decisions required when completing the rezoning of a parcel of land and the team did a great job evaluating the big picture, understanding what constraints we might be against, and preparing to effectively manage through any challenges. I highly recommend using Situate for rezoning applications.
Sameer Remtulla
VP, Design & Development, Deveraux Group
The Situate Team shepherded our proposal through the zoning process effectively and efficiently. More importantly, they presented themselves like an extension of our organization. They treated the file as if it were their development and all stakeholders with respect so no matter the outcome, we had options. We welcome the opportunity to work with them again on future projects.
Patrick Miksa
President, Campus Assets Inc.
Where to begin… what an adventure indeed!! I will take this opportunity to express our deepest appreciation for your remarkable dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment throughout this project. Your invaluable support and leadership were pivotal in securing our successful bid, and we are truly ecstatic about the outcome. We look forward to maintaining this positive momentum and hope for opportunities to collaborate on more projects in the future.
Harpreet Singh
Principal, Amrik Developments
We worked with Situate on the Rezoning of a down-town heritage building project. Chelsey and her team made the process very simple due to their knowledge, professionalism and experience dealing with the City. I would highly recommend Situate to any developer / contractor / construction manager looking for a consultant on the Rezoning Process.
James Hackney
CEO, Johnston Builders
It was a pleasure working with Chelsey Jersak and the Situate team. The knowledge, expertise, and strategic advice she provided throughout the contract was the key to achieving our objectives. She was punctual, communicated very well, was precise in her delivery, undaunted by unanticipated problems, and took initiative to forestall future problems. She went over and above contract expectations and we are very grateful for the opportunity to work with Chelsey.
Andy Kubicki
President, Polish Heritage Society of Edmonton
Situate has impeccable expertise with zoning bylaws and regulations, excellent communication and writing skills, and positive collaborative relationships with the City of Edmonton. They are knowledgeable, efficient, and passionate about their rezoning projects. There are no hidden costs with this company and they are upfront and honest in what they provide the customer. We look forward to working with this company in the future.
The Little Village Wellness Team
The Situate Team did an outstanding job with our Edmonton home of more than 10 years, rezoning from RSL to RF3 in a newly developed community of Chappelle. This is a first of its kind as most infill development applications/approvals come from mature communities/neighbourhoods. Without Situate's expertise, the ease of the process and outcome may have been a lot different. Looking forward to working with you again in the future and will not hesitate in recommending you to others.
Don Mejia
Property Owner
Featured Projects in Edmonton
We've Done This Hundreds of Times
You might not know what to expect, but we do. Since 2016, we've helped landowners and real estate developers navigate the housing approvals process. We support new housing in existing areas of the city from early zoning analysis through rezoning, variances, appeals, and development permits, helping projects move forward with clarity and confidence.
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Top Planning Challenges Developers Face In Edmonton
Whether it’s your first approval or your fiftieth, the City process can feel technical, political, and ever-changing. We’re here to fix that.
You Shouldn’t Have To:
- Struggle to decode policy and regulation
- Chase vague or slow City answers
- Guess what’s possible for your project
- Handle neighbour relations alone
- Deal with unexpected delays or surprises
- Figure out City relationships and red tape yourself
- Carry the stress of managing it all
Here’s How We Fix It:
- We clarify policy and map your first steps.
- We cut through confusion with direct answers from our City contacts.
- We anticipate issues and avoid repeat setbacks before they become delays.
- We tell you exactly what is feasible for your project including units, height, density, zoning etc.
- We handle the conversations, with neighbours, Council, and administration, calmly and professionally.
- We keep you informed, confident, and focused on what matters most: building more housing.
FAQs
We know this process is a bit of a runaround. We'll give you clear answers to your questions, like:
What services do you offer?
What are your fees?
Can you help with appeals?
Do you guarantee approval?
Can you help before I buy a property?
Do you work on small projects, or only larger developments?
What makes Situate different from other planning consultants in Edmonton?
Smarter Housing, Stronger Cities: Infill Housing Explained
Edmonton Design Committee (EDC): A Guide to the Review Process
Ready to Get Your Edmonton Housing Project Approved?
Let us help you get the green light.
